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SUMMARY:Tonkon Talks – X-Factors for Growth: Traction\, Sales\, and Funding it All - w/ Genevieve LeMarchal
DESCRIPTION:What: A lunch-hour overview of a legal topics that impact startup businesses\nWhen: Wednesday\, April 3\, 2019 from 12:00-1:00pm\nWhere: CENTRL Pearl – 1355 NW Everett\, Suite 100\, Boardroom\, Portland\, OR 97209 \nDreaming about and planning for your startup can be a thrill\, but how do you actually make the dream happen? The truth is\, it’s not about how much capital you can raise. Traction and sales is the real X-Factor\, and the only thing that really matters. Entrepreneurs need a focused\, practical approach to build out their sales engine. \nJoin Tonkon Torp for a special presentation with guest speaker Genevieve LeMarchal\, a serial entrepreneur turned early stage VC as she discusses sales\, traction\, and funding it all. Real talk\, no fluff. \nGenevieve has over 10 years’ experience building and growing startups and early stage businesses. She is one of the founders of XXcelerate Fund\, and has expertise in sales\, growth strategy\, demand generation\, and marketing strategy. She teaches and advises entrepreneurs across the country. \nBring your questions and your appetite for an interactive and nourishing midday break. Lunch will be provided\, so please RSVP here to help with the headcount! \n 
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/tonkon-talks-x-factors-for-growth-traction-sales-and-funding-it-all-w-genevieve-lemarchal/
LOCATION:CENTRL Office\, 329 NE Couch Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190403T180000
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SUMMARY:Founders Live PDX
DESCRIPTION:Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the world\, where up to five handpicked companies take the hot seat\, with only 99 seconds to pitch their company and describe their value proposition in front of an eager audience. After the pitches and audience Q&A\, the crowd will vote on a winner who will not only receive an award\, but recognition from the crowd and also the opportunity to talk more about their product or service. So bring your friends and coworkers\, grab some food and drink\, get to know your local entrepreneurs and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in Portland. \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nNot familiar with Founders Live? http://www.zenergyfilms.com/wp/founders-live-marketing-video/
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/founders-live-pdx-4/
LOCATION:Cloudability\, 334 NW 11th Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour,Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190406
DTSTAMP:20181129T062215Z
CREATED:20181129T062215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T062215Z
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SUMMARY:TechfestNW
DESCRIPTION:More information to come.
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/techfestnw-2/
LOCATION:OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190405T170000
DTSTAMP:20190131T021331Z
CREATED:20190131T021331Z
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SUMMARY:Science Talk '19
DESCRIPTION:Science Talk is a non-profit organization that seeks to empower and inspire the science communication community to expand their communication potential and effect the world. Through their annual conference and other activities\, they promote responsible practices in science communication\, facilitate discussion and exchange of ideas\, enable networking\, and foster public engagement. \nThe theme of Science Talk 19′ is “Community.” Check out Science Talk’s website for more information. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/science-talk-19/
LOCATION:Tiffany Center\, 1410 SW Morrison St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190411T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190411T200000
DTSTAMP:20190405T002433Z
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SUMMARY:Badass Women Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 11\, 2019 at the VertueLab office in Portland\, Oregon\, where you’ll hear from a panel about Securing Funding for your business\, and a panel of Rockstar Women Entrepreneurs who are fueling their startup ventures with fundraising\, government grants\, bootstrapping\, and true grit. \n\nAll are welcome!!! Register now and join us on April 11th. \nDrinks and modest fare provided. \n$10 General Registration\, $5 Students (w/ ID) \nRegister now \n\nThink your technology might be a good fit for a SBIR/STTR grant? \nSign up NOW for one-on-one meetings about SBIR/STTR grants with VertueLab’s grant writing expert\, Leon Wolf. \n15 minute time slots available between 3:30p and 5:30p prior to the event. E-mail tricia.clemans@vertuelab.org to RSVP for your consulting session. \n\n5:00p Networking \n5:30p Event Kickoff & Welcome \n\nModerated by Malia Spencer\, an amazingly talented journalist with the Portland Business Journal. Malia covers technology\, startups\, and entrepreneurs\n\nTwo Dynamic Discussion Panels… \n\nHear from a panel about SECURING FUNDING for your business.\nFollowed by a panel of ROCKSTAR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS who are fueling their startup ventures with fundraising\, government grants\, bootstrapping and true grit.\n\n\n5:40p Entepreneur panel discussion with: \n\nVirginia Emery\, Beta Hatch | Insect Entrepreneurs\nSada Naegelin\, De Las Mias | Empowering Latinas to live healthier lives\nLindsey Murphy\, Crazy Aunt Lindsey | The Fab Lab\, You Tube’s favorite kids science show\n\n6:10p 3 Minute Pitches from your hosts: Women In Science & VertueLab \n6:25p Funding panel discussion with: \n\nMaggie Reilly\, Craft3 Business Lender | Bridging $$$ to get you from early stage to investible\nLeon Wolf\, Vertue Lab SBIR/STTR Assistance Program\, Grant Writing Consultant | Accessing the $2.5 billion in early stage funding from America’s largest seed fund\nAngela Jackson\, Portland Seed Fund\, Co-Founder & Managing Director | What are angels looking for?\n\n6:55p Combined panel discussion – Q&A\n7:20p (or so…) Break for mingling\, 1:1 conversations\, and networking\n8:00p Close up/head out \nFor questions and more information contact: tricia.clemans@vertuelab.org
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/badass-women-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:VertueLab\, 412 SW 12th Ave\, 2nd floor\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Event,Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190411T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190411T193000
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SUMMARY:SoPE Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Portland Chapter of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SoPE) \nSpeaker: Sadik Esener\, PhD\, Director of OHSU Cancer Early Detection Advanced Research (CEDAR)\, Knight Cancer Institute. His recent work has focused on the synthesis and application of nanoparticle delivery of biologics for cancer therapies\, brain mapping and in vivo imaging\, and Dr. Esener has translated his research into several companies. \nBiotech Startup Pitch: Antra Boyd\, RN\, MSN and Ciera Dube\, RN\, BSN\, Founders\, Connected Care Patient Advocates. Antra and Ciera are registered nurses and observed that patients did not have an optimized comprehension of their disease or options. Connected Care is working to assist patients in navigating the healthcare system and decrease the approximately 12 million medical errors every year. \nHeavy appetizers\, open bar will be available. All in the biotech startup ecosystem are invited. \n 
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/sope-meeting/
LOCATION:Robertson Life Sciences Building\, 2730 S.W. Moody Avenue\, Portland\, OR\, 97201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190412T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190412T130000
DTSTAMP:20190318T230049Z
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SUMMARY:All About the SBIR Grant Process: An Inside Perspective
DESCRIPTION:This seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant process\, with an emphasis on how to get funded. \n\nUnderstanding the Omnibus Solicitation and Application Process\nWhat the Solicitation does and does not cover\nStrategic planning\nUnderstanding the element of “Innovation”\nWriting a competitive grant application\nOpportunity to meet one-on-one with an SBIR expert\n\n  \nThis workshop is a collaboration between the Oregon Bioscience Incubator\, OCTRI\, and OHSU’s TTBD.
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/all-about-the-sbir-grant-process-an-inside-perspective/
LOCATION:Oregon Bioscience Incubator\, 4640 S Macadam Ave\, Suite 230\, Portland\, OR\, 97239\, United States
CATEGORIES:OBI Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190412T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190412T203000
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SUMMARY:Girls Inc Power of the Purse Fundraising Gala
DESCRIPTION:Power of the Purse is Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest’s biggest event of the year\, packed with a POP Up Shop\, live auction fashion show\, dinner\, and much more! \nFor more than 13 years\, Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest has had the pleasure of hosting our annual gala\, Power of the Purse. In the months prior to the event\, many of Portland’s most notable leaders\, artists\, entrepreneurs\, and philanthropists work with local purse designers to create a one-of-a-kind handbag. Each piece is a unique work of art that will be auctioned off during a live fashion show presenting the fabulous handbags\, the creative individuals who inspired the design\, and the bright stars of the evening: our Girls Inc. girls! With extensive media coverage and notable ‘Purse-o-nality’ participants over the years\, Power of the Purse has positioned itself as one of the most innovative and talked about events in our community. \nSAVE THE DATE
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/girls-inc-power-of-the-purse-fundraising-gala/
LOCATION:OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190417T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190417T210000
DTSTAMP:20181129T064721Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Oregon Technology Awards
DESCRIPTION:Technology Association of Oregon (TAO) hosts the Oregon Technology Awards\, which celebrates excellence and achievement in the region’s technology industry and honors outstanding individuals with prestigious Lifetime Achievement\, Sam Blackman\, and Tech Champion awards and eight companies are recognized for their accomplishments\, leadership\, and commitment to the industry and community. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/2019-oregon-technology-awards/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking Event,Partner Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190418T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190418T130000
DTSTAMP:20190405T002614Z
CREATED:20190405T002613Z
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SUMMARY:OBI Client Company Lunch & Learn - Caregiven and Suturegard
DESCRIPTION:Come connect with your fellow neighbors at our OBI Client Company Lunch & Learn \nIf you want to learn more about what other companies in the incubator are up to\, join us for our monthly Lunch & Learns to hear quick introductions and updates from OBI client companies and to network. This is a great opportunity to connect with your fellow OBI clients\, spark a discussion on common grounds\, and to explore potential synergies. \nSince we have so many wonderful new client companies\, we are reformatting this program by bringing in 2-3 companies each month to provide a quick introduction as a way for other companies in the incubator to get to know them. For this session\, we will be hearing from Caregiven and Suturegard. We hope to see you there. \nNOTE: Lunch will be provided but you must register before April 16th to receive a lunch. Walk-in attendees are welcome\, but please plan on bringing your own lunch if you have not registered. \nWe will also have an open forum after the presentation/discussion regarding anything related to OBI\, so feel free to bring your comments\, questions\, and concerns.
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/obi-client-company-lunch-learn-caregiven-and-suturegard/
LOCATION:Oregon Bioscience Incubator\, 4640 S Macadam Ave\, Suite 230\, Portland\, OR\, 97239\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,OBI Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190420T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190420T190000
DTSTAMP:20190226T062541Z
CREATED:20190226T062541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T062541Z
UID:10000316-1555750800-1555786800@www.otradi.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Oregon Science Startup Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Science Startup Forum (OSSF) is a one-day conference on science entrepreneurship\, hosted by the Portland Section of the American Chemical Society. Some of this year’s topics include: \n● How to move from concept to commercialization\n● Legal issues for startups\n● How to build a team\n● Regulatory issues\n● Intellectual property\n● Funding your startup\n● Perfecting your pitch \nDate/Time: Saturday\, April 20th\, 2019\, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (registration table opens at 8:00 AM). Reception from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/4th-annual-oregon-science-startup-forum/
LOCATION:Robertson Life Sciences Building\, 2730 S.W. Moody Avenue\, Portland\, OR\, 97201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Networking Event,Partner Programs/Events,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190424T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190424T160000
DTSTAMP:20190403T052521Z
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SUMMARY:Sales and Marketing Workshop Series: Sales Strategy from a Company Planning Standpoint
DESCRIPTION:Most businesses have not separated sales and marketing in their business process. This means they have avoided/missed giving sales its proper attention. \nThe purpose of this workshop is to do just that. Give sales its proper attention with respect to how it fits into the company culture\, with respect to how it fits in with the marketing strategy and understanding that sales is what creates revenue. \nWe will cover these main topics during the workshop. Know your customer intentional and unintentional\, sales forecasting\, sales compensation and sales process. Please understand this is a workshop and that those attending will be expected to bring what they have\, then work through how to get where they want to be. \nREGISTER NOW \nWorkshop Agenda\nWhy have a Sales Strategy – MONEY – 10:00 – 10:15am \nKnow your Customer; Intentional and Unintentional – 10:15 – 11:00am \n\nWho is your target market and why?\nWho could be your market?\nWho wants to be your market?\n\nSales Forecasting & Working Lunch – 11:00 – 12:45pm \n\nWithout historical numbers\nWith historical numbers\nPricing and discounts\nWhat you can and can’t control positive and negative – huge upswing could kill faster\nCreating leverage; Partners\, Referrers\, Events and other out of the box thinking\n\nSales Compensation – 12:45 – 1:45pm \n\nSalary\nSalary plus commission\nStraight commission\nEarly stages percentage of company\n\nSales Process – 1:30 – 3:30pm \n\nProspect\nQualify\nPresent\nClose\nFollow up\n\n**Seating for this workshop is limited**
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/sales-and-marketing-workshop-series-sales-strategy-from-a-company-planning-standpoint/
LOCATION:Oregon Bioscience Incubator\, 4640 S Macadam Ave\, Suite 230\, Portland\, OR\, 97239\, United States
CATEGORIES:OBI Programs/Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190425T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190425T130000
DTSTAMP:20190416T235720Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T235720Z
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SUMMARY:The ABCs of SBIR/STTR Funding Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION:April 25 | 12 -1 p.m. PT \nSign up now to attend this one-hour webinar that will cover SBIR/STTR basics\, including eligibility requirements\, size and ownership rules\, the difference between SBIR and STTR\, and contracts vs. grants.  VertueLab is hosting this FREE webinar to be delivered by national SBIR/STTR consulting experts BBCETC\, LLC. This webinar is appropriate for companies new to SBIR and those planning to write their first proposal.  https://attendee.gototraining.com/r/4169743215059420674 Registration required and limited to 50. \nPresenter: Andrea Johanson\, PhD | Principal Consultant\, \nBBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting LLC
URL:https://www.otradi.org/event/the-abcs-of-sbir-sttr-funding-live-webinar/
LOCATION:OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Programs/Events
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